Origin
Perry, GA
Late night in Perry on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Perry, GA to Macon, GA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
29.8 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Perry, GA
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Macon, GA
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Trip Overview
This short 29.8-mile drive from Perry to Macon, Georgia, will take you about 31 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward local route, making it perfect for a single-day trip or even an easy add-on to another journey. With a modest fuel cost of around $5, this drive is very budget-friendly. You'll primarily navigate streets like Ball Street, Washington Street, and Sam Nunn Boulevard. Since it's a short hop within the Southeast region, this trip is more about efficient travel between two points than a scenic expedition.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 19.5 mi | 20m |
| Fall Line Freeway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| Ball Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Sam Nunn Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Forsyth Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| College Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Georgia Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 19.5 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry, GA and Macon, GA.
1
Start on GA 11 Business
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto GA 11 Business
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ball Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto Washington Street
450 ft
·
14 sec
·
Washington Street
4
Continue on GA 7
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Sam Nunn Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I-75 North: Macon
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 75
20 mi
·
20 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Fall Line Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
347 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer University
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Forsyth Street
11
Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
College Street
12
Turn right onto US 41 Business; GA 19
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
13
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Mulberry Street
14
Continue on Mulberry Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mulberry Street
15
Arrive at destination
Mulberry Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 28.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
GA 11 Business / Ball Street
Turn right onto GA 11 Business / Ball Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I-75 North: Macon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I-75 North: Macon
8
21.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
7
28.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown
9
28.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer University
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer U...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.66 one way
$9.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $5.10 | $10.19 |
| premium | $4.70 | $5.52 | $11.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Macon, GA
Late night in Macon on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Clear
SW 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
37m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this entire 29.8-mile journey, with no highway miles contributing to the total. The route is characterized by frequent turns and navigating city streets, rather than long stretches of open road. While there isn't a 'longest stretch' to note due to the nature of this local navigation, be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with constant changes in direction. The pace will be dictated by local traffic and signals, offering a very grounded, in-town feel throughout.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.5 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Fall Line Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near GA 11 Business / Ball Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 29.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 37m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (GA 11 Business / Ball Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.1 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Perry, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.
Savannah
21.1 mi in
|
~24m
|
via I 75; GA 540
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 29.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.5 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Macon, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (GA 11 Business / Ball Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.1 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Macon, GA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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